There are several ways to kill water bugs instantly, according to the search results:
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Boric acid or borax: Sprinkle a thin dusting of borax or boric acid in areas where youve seen water bugs. These natural elements will destroy a water bugs digestive tract, killing them from the inside out.
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Dish soap and water: Mix dish soap and water in a spray bottle and spray it on the water bugs. The soap suffocates them in under 60 seconds.
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Insect traps or bait: Use insect traps or bait to eliminate an entire colony of water bugs. Many bugs are eliminated when they ingest the bait particles when an insect comes into contact with a trap that includes attractants and brings them back to the nest.
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Essential oils: Smells that can help keep water bugs away include peppermint, eucalyptus, or tea tree.
Its important to note that some of these methods can be toxic if ingested, so be sure to keep them away from food prep areas, children, and pets.
